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Thinking About Your Thyroid Get to Know This Small but Mighty Gland
by National Institute June 27, 2016You’ve probably heard of the thyroid gland, but do you know what it does? You might not give it a second thought…
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Better Nutrition Every Day How to Make Healthier Food Choices
by National Institute June 27, 2016We make dozens of decisions every day. When it comes to deciding what to eat and feed our families, it can be…
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Keep Your Mouth Healthy Oral Care for Older Adults
by National Institute June 27, 2016Oral health is important for people of all ages. But the simple routine you learned as a kid—brush your teeth twice a…
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Biology of Addiction Drugs and Alcohol Can Hijack Your Brain
by National Institute June 27, 2016People with addiction lose control over their actions. They crave and seek out drugs, alcohol, or other substances no matter what the…
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Keep Your Skin Healthy Protecting Your Outer Self
by National Institute June 27, 2016People say that beauty’s only skin deep; it’s what’s on the “inside” that counts. Our insides are certainly important, but skin is…
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A Look at Epilepsy Electrical Outbursts in the Brain
by National Institute June 27, 2016When you hear the word epilepsy, you might think of intense seizures with muscle spasms and loss of consciousness. But most epilepsy…
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Halting Hypothermia Cold Can Be Dangerous
by National Institute June 27, 2016The frosty air of winter can be invigorating. But cold air can also pose threats to your health, whether you’re indoors or…